CAD-2A3i vs 2A3
The 2A3's power @ 8ω is 3.5W against the CAD-2A3i's 4.5W, its input sensitivity 0.3V RMS against 0.9V RMS, and its input impedance 70000Ω against 100000Ω. Both share output impedance (8Ω).
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AmplifiersTube AmplifiersIntegrated AmplifiersDiscontinued
Estimated price (community-sourced)
$5,000
Around — community and catalog average, updates slowly
About the CAD-2A3i
The Triode Lab CAD-2A3i is a discontinued Canadian integrated tube amplifier built around 2A3 output tubes. It was offered from approximately 2009 to 2019 and was subsequently replaced by the 2A3 EVO. The amplifier uses a single-ended Class A design and is specified at approximately 3.5 watts per channel into 8 ohms.
Specifications
Power Specifications
Amplification power output and characteristics
- Power @ 8Ω
- 4.5W @ 8Ω
- Input Sensitivity
- 0.9V RMS
- Input Impedance
- 100000Ω
- Max Input Voltage
- 2.0V RMS
Analog Output
Analog signal output specifications
- Output Impedance
- 8Ω
Connectivity
Input and output connections
- Bluetooth
- No
- Wi-Fi
- No
- Ethernet
- No
- Analog Inputs
- RCA
- Analog Outputs
- RCA
Key Specifications
Power: 4.5W
Specifications are community-contributed and may not be accurate or complete. Verify all details with the manufacturer before making purchasing decisions. Terms & Conditions